Travel Information
Getting to Puerto Rico
For U.S. citizens only, a passport is not required to travel to Puerto Rico. For more information, please visit the U.S Department of State Travel Website. Many of the world's largest airlines — and several smaller charter services — provide service to Puerto Rico. These include Air Canada, Air Sunshine, Air Tran, American Airlines, American Eagle, Cape Air, Continental, Copa, Delta Air Lines, Iberia, JetBlue Airways, LIAT, Northwest Airlines, PAWA Dominicana, San Juan Aviation, Seaborne Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways.
Customs/Passport Requirements
No Passport? No Problem!
Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States, and U.S. citizens do not need passports. A valid U.S. driver's license is all that is required for U.S. citizens to travel to and from the island from the mainland. However, visitors of other nationalities must have passports. When leaving Puerto Rico to return to the U.S. mainland, checked luggage will be examined for agricultural purposes.
Finding your way to paradise has never been easier. Thanks to recent changes in State Department regulations, U.S. citizens no longer need a passport when traveling to and from Puerto Rico, allowing you to avoid the hassle of customs and immigration. Numerous airlines fly to Puerto Rico from cities across the United States, making our tropical island as accessible as any continental American destination. For added convenience, El Conquistador Resort & Golden Door Spa also provides daily airport transfers, providing an economical option for guests flying in or out of San Juan.
Airline Information
ACEC has partnered with key airlines for the 2010 Fall Conference.
To make a discount reservation with American Airlines, please call American's Meeting Services Desk at 1-800-433-1790 or visit online at www.AA.com and refer to or enter promotion code number 15H0AQ to receive the a 5% discount off the lowest applicable eligible published air fare.
To make a discount reservation with Delta Air Lines, please call 1-800-328-1111 and refer to ACEC file number NM5NU to receive a 2-10% discount off the lowest applicable eligible published air fare. Discounts are based on hub/non-hub, full/restricted fare types.
Ground Transportation — Discount Motorcoach Direct to the Hotel!
Travel time from the Airport to the Resort is less than one hour (31 miles), accessible via a modern toll way. The El Conquistador owns and operates a modern fleet of motor coaches providing comfortable, convenient and direct transportation from the Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport. Service includes curbside pick up, complimentary Bacardi and Coca-Cola beverages, and a full-length informational video. Find the shuttle in Terminal C, near the tourist office, directly across from our greeter. Visit the El Conquistador Transportation page for details.
Transportation to the Resort
Airport Transfer Procedure
Cost: $68.00 per person/round trip
El Conquistador Golf Resort operates transfer service to and from Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport using luxury motor coaches.
Upon arrival at the airport, proceed to the baggage claim area, where you will see uniformed bilingual staff holding El Conquistador signs. The staff will welcome you to Puerto Rico, and direct you to the appropriate carrousel to collect your luggage or advise how to engage a porter for luggage assistance. The greeters will give directions on exiting the baggage claim and locating the motor coach station. At the station, your name will be called in to the hotel's Front Desk, your luggage will be tagged and you will be given a claim check. Transportation to the Resort will commence within 20 minutes from arrival at airport check-in. Enjoy a beverage (with or without a splash of rum) and watch a video presentation of El Conquistador during the transfer to the resort.
The trip to El Conquistador takes about one hour and en route the driver will call in to the Front Desk to alert them of your arrival so your key packet can be prepared. Upon arrival at the resort, you will be directed to the Front Desk. After check-in, return to Bell Services with your claim ticket, identify your luggage and you will be escorted to your guest room. Transfers are $68 round trip, per person, plus 7% tax. Reservations can be made through the Concierge Desk at 787-863-6040. Transfer service can be charged to your guest room upon arrival.
Departure Transfers
You must make a reservation for the return coach at least 24 hours before departure by calling the Concierge Desk (extension 6040). The hotel recommends departing at least 3 hours prior to flight time. Motor coaches depart the Resort every hour on the hour; however, please check with the concierge for changes in the schedule.
On departure day, call Bell Services for luggage assistance at least 45 minutes prior to departure. Please be at the front of the resort 15 minutes before the hour. Before boarding the coach, identify your luggage to make sure it goes with you on the coach on which you will be traveling.
Upon arrival at the airport, you may engage a porter to assist you with your luggage. All checked luggage must be passed through an agricultural inspection to ensure that no fruits or vegetables are carried onboard. Please note that only departing guests can pass through Security to the gate area.
Private Transportation
Private sedan transportation is available. Please contact the resort Concierge at 787-863-1000 for pricing and reservations.
Car Rental
Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers a variety of vehicles for your rental needs onsite at the El Conquistador Resort. Enterprise has a wide selection of vehicles available to meet your needs from compact cars to full size cars, SUVs, Minivans and even 4-door Jeep Wranglers. Located next to the Concierge and Front Desk; Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm and Saturday and Sunday 9 am to 2 pm.
Hertz is ACEC's official car rental company. For reservations, call Hertz at 800-654-2240 and refer to CV# 02XE0013 for special rates, including unlimited mileage. Standard rental conditions and qualifications apply.
Taxi
The resort is 31 miles from San Juan and Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Taxi rates to/from the airport vary between $100-$125 each way depending on the number of passengers and time of arrival or departure.
Parking
Parking is available through American Parking at the current rate of $20 per day for Valet Parking and $15 per day for Self Parking, plus applicable taxes.
